This class will be an introduction to learning about data. If you have any interest in learning about data but do not know where to start, this class is a great entry point to and foundation for classes currently offered in data management, data science, data services, and statistics.
Topics will include a review of data terminologies, data types, and the basic concepts involved in working with a spreadsheet. Additionally, the class will encourage students to explore further NNLM learning opportunities for working with data.
Upon completion of this class, students will be able to define common terms related to health data, prepare a spreadsheet for creating a simple data visualization and identify further learning opportunities for working with data.
This online class meets the NLM/NIH strategic plan goal of accelerating discovery and advancing health through data driven research in order to increase health information access and use.
- Define common data terms related to health data
- Prepare a spreadsheet for creating a simple data visualization
- Identify further learning opportunities for working with data